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The Credible Nerds

News, Commentary, and Reviews for the casual nerd. Join The Credible Nerds - Justin and Marc, as we talk about our favorite fandoms. We discuss Star Wars & Star Trek, DC & Marvel, Harry Dresden & Harry Potter, The Cosmere & Middle Earth, The Wheel of Time and more!

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Episode 46 - Review of TENET, Galaxy's Edge, and The...

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/10/03

The Credible Nerds review Galaxy's Edge and discuss what we liked about Galaxy's Edge and if there's a difference between Galaxy's Edge East (Disney World) and Galaxy's Edge West (Disneyland). We talk about the latest movie news with Wonder Woman 1984, Black Widow, and The Batman. We discuss DC's Multiverse idea and what we think about this approach. We talk about Mulan being released on Disney+ Premiere - is this a good idea or no? The Credible Nerds went to the theaters! We saw The New Mutants and

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01:01:08

The Starborn Report: The Dresden Files Book Two -...

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/10/03

Join Marc and Justin, The Credible Nerds, in this new book review series - The Starborn Report! We will be discussing the stories of Harry Dresden from The Dresden Files by Jim Butcher. This second episode deals with Book Two of The Dresden Files - Fool Moon. We follow Harry Dresden as he investigates the most recent paranormal murder that leads him into the realm of werewolves. Can Murphy and Dresden learn to work together this time? Harry and Susan's relationship gets more intense, and we are

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00:56:38

The Starborn Report: The Dresden Files Book One -...

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/10/03

Join Marc and Justin, The Credible Nerds, in this new book review series - The Starborn Report! We will be discussing the stories of Harry Dresden from The Dresden Files by Jim Butcher. This introductory episode starts with The Dresden Files Book One - Storm Front. We are introduced to Harry Dresden and his friends (and enemies), and the magical city of Chicago.

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00:50:14

Episode 45 - Three Year Anniversary!

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/08/31

This episode is dedicated to our three year anniversary of podcasting. Marc and I break down this past year and how COVID slowed things down for us. But we look forward to the good things that will be coming up later this year and early 2021.We reminsice about the fun things we've done and how we're going to keep moving forward, doing what we do.Marc and I review some of the latest DC, Marvel, Wheel of Time, Cosmere, and Harry Dresden news that has been released lately.

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01:02:14

Episode 44 - The 40th Anniversary of The Empire...

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/07/19

Listen as The Credible Nerds revisit The Empire Strikes Back on it's 40th anniversary! We went and saw the movie in theaters as it was re-released for the anniversary. Justin and Nathan break down the movie and discuss why is it soooo good?We discuss how much depth the film has, the expansion of characters, worlds, and ships. We discuss 'Who is the other?' and why, if it's Leia, doesn't Yoda and Obi-Wan want Luke to go rescue her? We discuss the toys of The Empire Strikes Back and how integral they

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00:23:06

Star Wars Apologetics Series 1: The Phantom Menace -...

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/07/19

Listen to The Credible Nerds discuss Episode 8 of Reasons Why The Phantom Menace Doesn't Suck! This new series will address reasons why The Credible Nerds believe that The Phantom Menace is great Star Wars. Each episode will address one topic and how the topic is important and improves the Star Wars Skywalker Saga. This first series is about The Phantom Menace, then we will work our way through the rest of the films and end with Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker.This eighth episode deals with one of

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00:59:07

Book 1 - Episode 8: The Eye of the World Chapters 39-44

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/06/30

Join Marc and Justin, who are The Fourth Ta'veren, as we revisit one of our favorite epic fantasy series - The Wheel of Time. We are a family friendly Wheel of Time podcast that you can listen to with your kids as you raise them right with the Wheel of Time! In this episode we review Chapters 39-44 in Book 1 of The Wheel of Time, The Eye of the World. We keep it mostly spoiler (minor spoilers only) free as we talk how Rand meets some new friends and even the Queen of Andor! The Group reunites at The

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00:50:42

The Mandalorian Chapter 2: The Child Review

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/06/03

Join The Credible Nerds as we review Chapter Two of Star Wars The Mandalorian - The Child. Justin is joined by fellow Star Wars fans Blake and Nathan, and we discuss this surprising chapter of the Mandalorian. We pontificate on the Jawa's and what are their origins. We discuss the biggest thing in Star Wars in the past couple of years - Baby Yoda! Do you call it Baby Yoda or The Child? We speculate on his Force training and how he is further along than Luke was in the Empire Strikes Back when he was

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00:55:32

The Mandalorian Chapter 1 Review

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/05/16

Join The Credible Nerds as we review Chapter One of Star Wars The Mandalorian. Marc and Justin are joined by fellow Star Wars fans, Harry, Blake, and Nathan, and we break down Chapter One of the Mandalorian.Does this show deliver a good Star Wars story or does it fall flat? We discuss our likes about the show and how we think it holds up as the newest entry into the Star Wars Universe.We discuss the latest sensation to hit pop culture - Baby Yoda! Who is he/she and where does he/she come from?

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00:40:52

Episode 43 - May the Fourth 2020 - The State of Star...

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/05/05

Recorded on the Eve of May the Fourth 2020, The Credible Nerds look at the past of Star Wars and wonder where the future of Star Wars is going. We discuss the current State of Star Wars and where we would like to go from here.

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01:37:53

Episode 42 - Revisiting The Rise of Skywalker

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/04/26

We discuss if this sequel trilogy is Rey's Journey or is it in fact Kylo Ren's Journey? We give arguments as to both sides. We break down what in the film worked for us and what left us wanting.

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00:22:36

The Fourth Ta'veren - Rafe Judkins Instagram Q&A for...

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/04/15

The Fourth Ta'veren reviews some of the fan questions and answers that were asked and answered on the recent Q&A with Rafe Judkins on his Instagram account. We give our opinions and reactions to the Q&A and what we'd like to see on the show.

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00:12:48

Nerd News Network for March 18, 2020 - The...

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/03/19

Listen to this latest episode of The Credible Nerds to see how the Coronavirus has infiltrated the Nerd Cosmos and has affected our favorite franchises and conventions! Justin talks about how the virus and self isolation has shut down movie and TV productions, pushed back some of the movies we’ve been looking forward to. But there is still some hope as movie studios have begun to think outside of the box for the fans.

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00:22:56

Star Wars Apologetics Series 1: The Phantom Menace -...

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/03/17

This seventh episode deals with one of the most famous duos in film history - R2-D2 and C-3PO and how we are introduced to them in The Phantom Menace and also how they affect the overall story of Star Wars.

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00:18:54

Star Wars Apologetics Series 1: The Phantom Menace -...

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/02/18

Listen to The Credible Nerds discuss Episode 6 of Reasons Why The Phantom Menace Doesn't Suck! This sixth episode deals with The Droid Army as we are introduced to them in The Phantom Menace and how affects the overall story. We discuss how effective they are and speculate on their origins with the Trade Federation. We talk about how the Droid Army shows up in Fantasy Flight games and their impact there.

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00:19:46

Star Wars Apologetics Series 1: The Phantom Menace -...

The Credible Nerds ·

2020/02/18

This fifth episode deals with Darth Sidous' Machinations as we are introduced to him and his evil plans in The Phantom Menace and how affects the overall story.We discuss how The Phantom Menace (Sidious) affects the overall Star Wars Saga and how Darth Sidious is still pulling the strings in Episode IX.

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01:16:08

Episode 41: The Rise of Skywalker Review

The Credible Nerds ·

2019/12/26

The Credible Nerds are back with a review of Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker! We discuss whether it was a good final film for the Star Wars Saga and what our initial thoughts are on the film. We discuss Emperor Palpatine and his return, as well as our heroes (Rey, Finn, and Poe) journey throughout the film. Did we like it? Do we want more Star Wars? Listen and find out! We also talk a little about The Mandalorian and how much we are liking that series!

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01:00:04

Episode 40: Review of Joker and DC Movie News

The Credible Nerds ·

2019/12/26

The Credible Nerds review the controversial film - Joker, starring Joaquin Phoenix. First we start with some recent DC announcements for The Batman and we also discuss the upcoming Birds of Prey film which will be released in February 2020. We then move into the Joker and give our thoughts and commentary on this origin story of The Joker.

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00:25:22

Star Wars Apologetics Series 1: The Phantom Menace -...

The Credible Nerds ·

2019/10/15

This fourth episode deals with the Force as we are introduced to it in The Phantom Menace and how affects the overall story. We see various uses of the Force, as well as different powers of The Force that are used by the Jedi and the Sith. As Qui-Gon Jinn teaches his padawan, Obi-Wan Kenobi, we are also taught of the different uses of the Force. We are introduced to the concept of midichlorians, a vergence of the Force, and the Prophesy of the Chosen One. We learn that there are not only a Dark Side

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01:19:54

Episode 39 - Summer Conventions 2019

The Credible Nerds ·

2019/10/08

Thanks for listening to the Credible Nerds podcast! You can find an extended episode with bonus content on our Patreon page. Ditch these annoying ads and join us and support us on Patreon.com/thecrediblenerds for AD FREE episodes, bonus content and exclusive episodes only available to Credible Nerds Patreon members! Also subscribe to the Credible Nerds' YouTube channel where you can find exclusive video content and some of our podcast episodes posted there too!

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